Porsche 68 Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 I’ve been after this 34 Chevy for about 20 years now I’m in a position to buy it It belongs to a friend of mine he has had it since he was 17 he’s 77 now everything is either NOS or rebuilt all chrome is done completely rebuilt drivetrain the only thing not done is interior and top. He’s got way more into than his asking. The body is almost perfect tiny dings no rust whatsoever and wood is excellent 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Marty Roth Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 (edited) Absolutely ! Grab It ! Finish it ! Drive it ! Show it ! Take your friend for as many drives as his health will allow - for as long as you both can ! Or else tell me how to get it - and an 81 year old guy has no business buying more cars (LOL) ! Edited August 14, 2023 by Marty Roth (see edit history) 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walt G Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 13 minutes ago, Marty Roth said: Take your friend for as many drives as his health will allow - for as long as you both can ! This is what I have always believed in and still do. People love the cars for all sorts of reasons - its pretty, the investment factor, awards, trophies, the history, bragging rights or what they were made for - they have wheels they need to be driven. All the time I have owned an old car ( started in 1963) one of the greatest pleasures is to see the smile on someones face when you drive by and wave hello - something they don't expect, and you know for that few seconds you have made them happy. Yes, I am a sentimentalist. 9 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
58L-Y8 Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 Porsche 68: No need for equivocation: YES!!! Immediately!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pmhowe Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 Make him wash it for you first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsche 68 Posted August 14, 2023 Author Share Posted August 14, 2023 WOW! Thanks for the quick replies! Yeah I know it’s a no brainer ! I know it’s not going anywhere I just have to find space for the 34 coupe As far as NOS stuff goes the front fenders exhaust trunk rack dash gauges and another garage full of nos The body is almost perfect small dents almost ready for paint I have to do more research I am not reallocating familiar with these cars 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zepher Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 It's been owned by the same guy for 60 years, the drivetrain is done, the car is rust free, the wood is solid, it has tons of NOS parts and the top goes down. What more could you want? As Marty said, get it roadworthy and take your friend for many, many rides. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_Mack_CT Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 Great looking car and personal connection. I have a friend with an all original 34 Chevy just like that he claims it is his favorite car despite a collection that includes CCCA cars and a C2 vette. If you get it happy to connect you both. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty Heaps Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 You’re asking this crowd whether you should get the car or not? Have you seen some of the garages and backyards/ lower 40s? I asked my friends what they thought about my buying a ‘40 Packard basket case, their reply ( in unison) “ its not here yet?” They’re car hoarders! I don’t call myself one yet, I only have 6 projects! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bloo Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 Keep trying, you'll get there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Harley Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 After you buy the car. Join up with the Vintage Chevrolet Club of America (VCCA). They are a great club with a good website and you should be able to find all the help you will need with the car.😊 Capt. Harley😉 "Skirts are for Women and not Car Fenders" 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zdillinger Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 100% buy it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexRiv_63 Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 At the risk of being repetitious, as a previous '34 owner, THAT CAR SHOULD ALREADY BE IN YOUR GARAGE! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsche 68 Posted August 14, 2023 Author Share Posted August 14, 2023 Going down to NJ tomorrow for a closer inspection and a bunch of questions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsche 68 Posted August 14, 2023 Author Share Posted August 14, 2023 Just now, Porsche 68 said: Going down to NJ tomorrow for a closer inspection and a bunch of questions O TexRiv I forgot you have that awesome coupe love that car 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsche 68 Posted August 14, 2023 Author Share Posted August 14, 2023 Just called the guy with the car sold the car to a guy who hemmed and hawed 2 years ago about buying it ☹️☹️☹️☹️ O well I guess now the search continues for something else to buy. Sorry to get everyone excited. John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Dobbin Posted August 15, 2023 Share Posted August 15, 2023 7 hours ago, Captain Harley said: After you buy the car. Join up with the Vintage Chevrolet Club of America (VCCA). They are a great club with a good website and you should be able to find all the help you will need with the car.😊 Capt. Harley😉 "Skirts are for Women and not Car Fenders" Mid 30's cars without skirts are all plain Janes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsancle Posted August 15, 2023 Share Posted August 15, 2023 34 is THE year for prewar GM styling. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsche 68 Posted August 15, 2023 Author Share Posted August 15, 2023 Like I posted before the car was sold last week to someone I know he will treat the car right. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Henderson Posted August 15, 2023 Share Posted August 15, 2023 1 hour ago, alsancle said: 34 is THE year for prewar GM styling. '37's and '41's stand out in my mind. I like '41's the most, '39's the least. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcapra Posted August 15, 2023 Share Posted August 15, 2023 I wonder how many people know what the name Chevrolet means in French? goat herder! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ch1929 Posted August 15, 2023 Share Posted August 15, 2023 Sorry you missed it! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmTee Posted August 15, 2023 Share Posted August 15, 2023 (edited) 22 hours ago, Porsche 68 said: I’ve been after this 34 Chevy for about 20 years now I’m in a position to buy it. You answered your own question. What are you waiting for? Ah, sorry you missed it. That one was not going to last... Edited August 15, 2023 by EmTee (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R Walling Posted August 15, 2023 Share Posted August 15, 2023 (edited) Well at least you saved over $10,000 extra expense to put it in shape! Ps, when you have the opportunity to buy, BUY! Don't wait or hesitate or you will be to late. Don't ask other people their opinion or you will watch them buy it first. Edited August 15, 2023 by R Walling (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Dobbin Posted August 15, 2023 Share Posted August 15, 2023 17 hours ago, alsancle said: 34 is THE year for prewar GM styling. I think that statement applies to most brands. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty Roth Posted August 15, 2023 Share Posted August 15, 2023 Never more true ..., but- He who hesitates is lost ! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFranklin Posted August 15, 2023 Share Posted August 15, 2023 (edited) I once was sitting on the running board of a '26 Stude big six that was being offered at a good price trying to figure out where to put it. I had not yet committed to purchase it but did want it. A friend of the seller walked into the garage and asked "what's up"? And to the responce that the seller was offering his car for sale, the very next words I heard were, "I'll buy it"! Edited August 15, 2023 by JFranklin (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikewest Posted August 15, 2023 Share Posted August 15, 2023 (edited) 22 hours ago, Porsche 68 said: Like I posted before the car was sold last week to someone I know he will treat the car right. John Well you have learned a valuable lesson.... When opportunity knocks, don't tell the whole world about it and assume the car will be there when you get ready. Get your money and go buy it. A wise man once told me " If you tell all your business, it wouldnt be long you wouldnt have any" (MY DAD) This as a no brainer as long as the price wasn't higher that a giraffes nuts... Edited August 15, 2023 by mikewest (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikewest Posted August 15, 2023 Share Posted August 15, 2023 On 8/14/2023 at 11:20 AM, Porsche 68 said: WOW! Thanks for the quick replies! Yeah I know it’s a no brainer ! I know it’s not going anywhere I just have to find space for the 34 coupe As far as NOS stuff goes the front fenders exhaust trunk rack dash gauges and another garage full of nos The body is almost perfect small dents almost ready for paint I have to do more research I am not reallocating familiar with these cars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porsche 68 Posted August 16, 2023 Author Share Posted August 16, 2023 It was no big deal I’m not crying over it A friend of mine bought it He will give it a well deserved restoration But I found another car and being a Dodge Brothers fan…….. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty Heaps Posted August 18, 2023 Share Posted August 18, 2023 If that one falls through, perhaps I could be persuaded to put you in another Chevrolet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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